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Certificate in Principles of Cyber Security – Level 2

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Cyber security
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QD2LCCYBER
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  • Is this course for you?

    In an increasingly digital world, cyber security is fast becoming a main concern for many organisations. With complex online scams and cybercrime, it’s essential that organisations have an understanding of preventative measures to maintain cyber security, including techniques and security checks needed to store data securely.

    This online course is a key starting point for anyone looking to begin their career in cyber security.

  • Required qualifications

    There are no formal entry requirements, however, a good level of literacy is required in order to complete these qualifications – reading, writing and comprehension, as these are knowledge-based qualifications. You need to be able to understand what you have read within the learning materials and answer the assessment questions in your own words and in full sentences.

  • What skills will I develop?

    This qualification consists of 6 units:

    • Introduction to cyber security
    • Understand terminology used in cyber security
    • Understand legal and ethical aspects of cyber security
    • Understand common threats to cyber security
    • Understand methods of maintaining cyber security
    • Working with others in cyber security
  • Careers

    Study will enhance both your personal skills and professional development.

  • English and maths

    You should have a good level of English to complete the course. However, English and maths is not formally assessed as part of your course.

  • Other important information

    Our distance learning courses are an ideal opportunity to enhance your career prospects. You will receive all the necessary materials to complete the course in the comfort of your own home. You will be given 1:1 support as you work your way through each of the unit from subject specific professionals.

    This course is available ‘fully online’ only.

  • Is this course for you?

    In an increasingly digital world, cyber security is fast becoming a main concern for many organisations. With complex online scams and cybercrime, it’s essential that organisations have an understanding of preventative measures to maintain cyber security, including techniques and security checks needed to store data securely.

    This online course is a key starting point for anyone looking to begin their career in cyber security.

  • Required qualifications

    There are no formal entry requirements, however, a good level of literacy is required in order to complete these qualifications – reading, writing and comprehension, as these are knowledge-based qualifications. You need to be able to understand what you have read within the learning materials and answer the assessment questions in your own words and in full sentences.

  • What skills will I develop?

    This qualification consists of 6 units:

    • Introduction to cyber security
    • Understand terminology used in cyber security
    • Understand legal and ethical aspects of cyber security
    • Understand common threats to cyber security
    • Understand methods of maintaining cyber security
    • Working with others in cyber security
  • Careers

    Study will enhance both your personal skills and professional development.

  • English and maths

    You should have a good level of English to complete the course. However, English and maths is not formally assessed as part of your course.

  • Other important information

    Our distance learning courses are an ideal opportunity to enhance your career prospects. You will receive all the necessary materials to complete the course in the comfort of your own home. You will be given 1:1 support as you work your way through each of the unit from subject specific professionals.

    This course is available ‘fully online’ only.

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  • Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Cyber Security

    Online Learning

    Start Date: Start Any Time

    Code: QXD2LCCYBER

    Part Time: 20 Weeks